Good morning, Mansfield.

Voting for the Mansfield News Journal Athlete of the Week is open and will end at 7 p.m. Friday — last week Madion's Ashton Taylor won with 2,207 votes from 8,293 cast.

Mansfield/Richland County Public Library is hosting the 'Where You Belong' art exhibit that features works by local artists exploring identity and community—free during regular hours—and it runs until Nov.

14.

Scholar and author Lerone Martin will speak at the Renaissance Theatre on Oct.

2 during the Kaleidoscope Speaker Series, starting at 5:30 p.m. and addressing how truth and history can shape current challenges; a post-event networking reception will follow in the Renaissance Lobby, and free door-to-door rides are available for eligible residents (call 419-522-4504).

The Richland County Coroner's Office asked the public to help locate next of kin for James Hinkle, an 80-year-old Mansfield resident who died a natural death September 14 at his Third Street home - anyone with information is asked to call 419-774-5868.

The Main Street Improvement Project continued to progress Monday in downtown Mansfield—buying upgrades to infrastructure and working to create a more pedestrian-friendly area.

Local officials will monitor progress as the project works toward revitalizing the district.

Constantine Maroulis & FJ Tribute Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — $25 for Meet & Greet — Experience powerhouse vocals and classic rock anthems in a high-energy celebration of rock history.

Charles Mill Halloween Weekend

6-7 p.m., 7:30-8:30 p.m. — Charles Mill Lake Park — Various activities — Celebrate Halloween with crafts, costume contests, trick-or-treating, and more at the lakeside.

Dracula - Play

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Tickets starting at $94 — Experience an unforgettable adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic tale.

Pleasant Hill Halloween Weekend

Costume Festivities — Oct 10-11 — Pleasant Hill Lake Park — Free entry — Dress in your best costume and enjoy festive events at the lake!

Dogs, Donuts & Drinks .5K

.5K walk with your dog — 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — The Phoenix Brewing Company — Entry fee benefits the Humane Society — Enjoy a leisurely stroll with pets, donuts, and drinks.

The sCarolina Film Series - Frankenstein (1931)

7-9:30 p.m. — Mansfield Richland County Public Library — Ticket prices vary — Experience the chilling classic *Frankenstein* on the big screen as part of a beloved film series.

Dracula - A Comedy of Terrors

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Mansfield Playhouse — Tickets required — Explore the hilarious and terrifying journey of a real estate agent in Transylvania with a comedic twist on the classic tale.

Autumn Fiber Festival

10 AM – 5 PM — Richland County Fairgrounds — Cost varies — Explore local artisan crafts and discover unique fiber creations.